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Interview

Mike Garson, Long-Time David Bowie Pianist, on "Dreaming the Duke" at Tanglewood Jazz Fest Sept 5

Source: Dawn Singh Publicity
August 26, 2009

The unlikely trio of long-time David Bowie pianist, Mike Garson, classical vocalist Harolyn Blackwell and Grammy nominated jazz vocalist Nnenna Freelon will perform with a double quartet, a single jazz quartet and a string quartet in “Dreaming the Duke” at the Tanglewood Jazz Festival on Saturday, September 5. In a first-of-its-kind production, Garson serves as the arranger, accompanist and musical director for this concert. He is known for his many years with David Bowie and other rock performers such as ...

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Event

The Jeff Marx Quartet at Katerina's in Chicago on August 28th

Source: Michael Ricci
August 26, 2009

Technology

Actual Proof Featured on the Alternatemode Website

Source: Michael Ricci
August 26, 2009

Contest

Announcing the Winners of the Porter Records "Profound Sound Trio -- Opus De Life" Giveaway!

Source: All About Jazz
August 26, 2009

Recording

James Moody "4A" New CD from IPO Recordings

Source: Jim Eigo, Jazz Promo Services
August 26, 2009

IPO Recordings Is Please To Announce The New CD From JAMES Moody 4A Featuring James Moody - Tenor Saxophone Kenny Barron – Piano Todd Coolman – Bass Lewis Nash – Drums JAMES Moody 4A (IPO 1016) Street Date: August 25, 2009 Distributed By Allegro LIVE APPEARANCE SEPTEMBER 3-6 AT IRIDIUM JAZZ CLUB, NEW YORK CITY The most recent ...

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Education

La JazzPro Connection Presents Alex Acuna Six Hour Master Class Saturday August 29, 2009 Studio City

Source: All About Jazz
August 26, 2009

L.A. Jazz Pro Master Class Series Saturday August 29 2009 Studio City Acuña Q&A Q&A with Alex Acuña L.A. Jazz Pro Master Class Series 2009 Whether Alex Acuña is behind a drumset, any number of world-percussion instruments, or just on the other end of a phone, joy and excitement come through clearly; but, it doesn’t take long to realize that this is one serious cat. A great combination. He was kind enough ...

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Obituary

NEC Mourns the Death of Joseph Maneri, Longtime Faculty, Jazz Legend, Founder of Boston Microtonal Society

Source: Michael Ricci
August 26, 2009

Received Honorary Doctorate from NEC in May New England Conservatory is mourning the death of Joseph Gabriel Esther Maneri, a longtime and much beloved faculty member and legendary jazz figure, who died August 24 at age 82. Maneri, who taught at the Conservatory from 1970 to 2007, received an honorary doctorate this past May in recognition of his enormously varied musical accomplishments, his indelible teaching style, and the many gifted performers who carry on his musical legacy. Among his former ...

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Performance / Tour

Jane Monheit Takes Center Stage at the Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts

Source: Michael Ricci
August 26, 2009

First performance of Penn Presents 09/10 Jazz Series (Philadelphia, PA) Described by USA Today as simply sumptuous, Grammy- nominated jazz vocalist Jane Monheit returns to the Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts to perform highlights from her most recent album The Lovers, The Dreamers and Me on Saturday, September 19, 2009 at 8:00 PM. Tickets for the performance are $20-$45. For tickets or for more information, please visit AnnenbergCenter.org or call 215.898.3900. Tickets can also be purchased in person at ...

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